GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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WordMeaning
illicitnot permitted : unlawful
palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
tillerone that tills : cultivator
miscellanyseparate writings collected in one volume
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
executorone who executes something
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
schemea plan or program of action